Home health aides offer a variety of assistance to people with special needs, including those who are cognitively impaired, chronically ill, or disabled. They also care for seniors in need of assistance.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE
Upon completion of the program graduates will qualify for employment as Home Health Aides, working for Home Health Agencies approved for Medicare and Medicaid coverage.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The students of the Home Health Aide program will be prepared to perform the home health care duties and physical comfort and safety for patients, residents and clients at their homes. The student will be prepared in the patient care procedures, principles of nutrition, care of the elderly, apply principles of infection control and assist with rehabilitative activities. Upon completion of the program the student will receive a diploma. The student may be working as Home Health Aide as soon as the Diploma is received. This program offers all theory/exam hours on-line. Clinical practicum must be completed on campus hours.
DURATION
75 Clock Hours | 0.75 Month
PROGRAM OUTLINE
| Course Code | Course Title | THEORY CLOCK HOURS | LAB CLOCK HOURS | Clock Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HHI105 | HIV / AIDS | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| HHC101 | Home Health Care - Foundation of patient care | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| HUC102 | Understanding your clients | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| HCC103 | Client Care, Special Clients and Special needs | 25 | 25 | 50 |
| HMN104 | Home Management and Nutrition | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| HCP106 | BLS for Healthcare Providers | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| TOTAL CLOCK HOURS | 45 | 30 | 75 | |
PROGRAM COST
| DESCIPTION | COST |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee | $150.00 |
| Uniform | 20.00 |
| Tuition | $310.00 |
| Program Cost | $480.00 |